• FLEX Tracks

FLEX Tracks

FLEX programs help students work towards college admissions at various points in their academic careers. Our courses and services are designed to improve basic reading, writing and critical thinking skills; raise academic performance in school (GPA); and maximize standardized test scores.

The FLEX recommended course track is as follows:

Grades 6-7

Students are still building foundational skills and developing critical thinking and problem-solving ability. FLEX recommends:

  • Book Club (Basic reading skills)
  • Elements of the Essay (General writing skills) and/or Personal Narrative Essay (General and creative writing skills)

Grades 8-9

Students begin to develop those skills necessary to succeed in college prep courses and entrance exams (SAT*, ACT*). FLEX recommends:

  • Elements of the Essay, Personal Narrative Essay and/or Literature Analysis (HS English)
  • Math Olympiad
  • SAT* Junior

Grades 9-10

Students begin to focus on the key criteria for college admissions: GPA and SAT*. FLEX recommends:

  • Persuasive Essay (SAT* I Essay Prep) and/or Literature Analysis
  • SAT* Junior and/or SAT* Workshops
  • Tutorials (Various academic subjects)
  • College Admissions Counseling

Grades 10-11

Students enter the most important phase of their college admissions process. High GPA and standardized test scores are key. FLEX recommends:

  • Persuasive Essay, Literature Analysis and/or The Personal Statement (College Application Essay)
  • SAT* Workshops and Tutorials, SAT* Subject Test Workshops and Tutorials
  • Tutorials (Various academic subjects)
  • College Admissions Counseling

Grade 12

Students must complete all their requirements for college admissions, including standardized tests and the college application. FLEX recommends:

  • SAT* and SAT* Subject Test Workshops and Tutorials
  • Personal Statement and/or College Admissions Essay Editing
  • College Admissions Counseling
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